On This Island

The new track "On This Island" beautifully blends traditional shamisen tones with contemporary J-Pop sounds. The intro builds anticipation with delicate finger noises and intimate shamisen chords, while a synth drum kit, saturated bass, and rapid hi-hats drive the energy forward. Palm-muted electric guitars and arpeggiated synths intertwine, with melodic pads enriching the chorus. The bridge highlights the shamisen and upright bass, while a bright mix, spacious reverb, and tight compression maintain relentless momentum throughout the dynamic verse-chorus structure.

The lyrics convey a poignant yet powerful message-finding oneself in the quiet sound of waves and embracing a hidden voice never shown to a loved one.